Our Editors Agree—These Are the 26 Most Iconic Bob Hairstyles of All Time
Does anyone else feel like bob hairstyles are everywhere at the moment? From the textured bob to the flipped bob and even the stacked bob, we certainly aren't short of inspiration. There's just something about this style that looks so effortlessly chic, and it's even got me thinking about chopping off my long locks.
When I think about which bob hairstyle I'd like, a couple of celebrities come to mind. Do I want a sleek, blunt bob like Hailey Bieber, or do I go for something with a little bit more texture like Alexa Chung? It's not just the style I'm thinking about either; there's also the colour to consider. After stalking Ciara and Lily Allen's Instagram pages, I've found myself dreaming of a bleach-blonde bob for the autumn months.
However, instead of scrolling through Instagram for hours on end, wouldn't it be nice if there was one place to look at all of the most iconic celebrity bob hairstyles throughout the years, so I know exactly what to tell my hairdresser next time I go to the salon?
Well, I've decided to take it upon myself to roundup the best celebrity bob hairstyles I've ever come across, so keep on scrolling for all of the bob inspo you could ever need…
The Best Celebrity Bob Hairstyles
This is such a sleek, polished look.
Yes that's right, even Beyoncé is a fan of the bob hairstyle.
Zendaya practically broke the internet when she revealed her curly bob, and I can totally see why.
A super-chic look from Irina Shayk.
When it comes to the wavy bob, Alexa Chung can do no wrong.
Taylor Hill loves a good hair transformation, and this is one of my fave looks.
Jennifer Lopez's hair always looks so glossy.
For a French-girl vibe, add a fringe and some tousled waves to your bob like Sienna Miller.
I mean… it doesn't get more iconic than this.
Natalie Portman opted for subtle balayage to bring dimension to her shorter hair.
Kim K does bleach-blonde hair so well.
For some glitz and glamour, opt for a curly, graduated bob like Halle Berry.
The colour, the fringe—I love everything about this hairstyle.
As much as I love Jennifer Lawrence's long hair, I do miss her shorter locks.
So cool.
Remember Victoria Beckham's graduated bob? "The Pob" was such an iconic look.
Don't be afraid to add some movement into your hair when going shorter, especially around your face.
How can we forget this look?
The bleach-blonde bob really is a timeless hairstyle…
… Just take Lily Allen's word for it.
Taylor Swift shows us how a curly bob is done.
Dua Lipa's dramatic side part is making a serious statement.
Emily in Paris star Lily Collins is channeling major Parisien vibes with this slicked-back bob.
Kourtney Kardashian proves that sometimes, simple really is best.
A side-swept part and plenty of voluminous curls through the lengths give Gemma Chan's bob a retro vibe.
Use sea salt spray to recreate the volume and texture in Rita Ora's curly bob.
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A round brush is great for getting those curved edges when blow--drying your hair, and will result in a polished-looking bob.
For those hard-to-reach areas such as your fringe, a mini straightener will do just the trick.
For the curly-haired girls out there, use a curl cream to help enhance your hair's natural texture.
This story was previously published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
Grace Lindsay is the junior beauty editor at Who What Wear UK. At the age of 18 she decided to train as a makeup artist before going on to study english and media at Goldsmiths University. It was during that time that she explored her love for journalism by interning at a small beauty start-up based in Shoreditch. Since then, she has worked at a number of publications including Marie Claire and Hello!, where her love for all things beauty continued to grow.
As Who What Wear UK's junior beauty editor, she covers everything from the latest hair trends to the stand-out makeup products of the season.
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